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New Build approval rate in Birmingham

Birmingham approved – of new build applications, based on 3,721 decisions analysed.

Last updated: September 2026

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new build approval rate
3,721
New Build decisions
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Approved
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Refused
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Birmingham overall

New Build applications are approved at roughly the same rate as the Birmingham average (–).

How new build compares in Birmingham

New Build (3,721 decided)
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Birmingham all applications (29,760 decided)
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Other project types in Birmingham

Rear Extension (13,250 decided)
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Side Extension (5,640 decided)
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Dormer (2,363 decided)
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Wraparound Extension (1,842 decided)
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Garage / Parking (1,578 decided)
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Front Extension (1,556 decided)
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HMO (1,002 decided)
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Loft Conversion (792 decided)
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Outbuilding (757 decided)
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Extension (General) (650 decided)
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Flat Conversion (297 decided)
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Conservatory (166 decided)
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Basement (127 decided)
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Annex (91 decided)
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